Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Trainee PWP) to join our team.

Our dedicated Psychological Well-being Practitioners offer a range of psychological therapies & services to treat and support people in their recovery. TalkPlus is committed to developing staff to reach their full potential.

Depending on the amount of applications, first stage interviews may be held online on the 4th or 5th November 2026. If successful post first stage, second interviews will be held face to face in our offices in Farnborough on the 10th November 2026.

If we receive a very high volume of applications, we may close the advert early.

Main duties of the job

This is a training role within the NHS talking therapies service. The post-holder will work within the talking therapies service providing high volume, low intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role. The training post will equip the postholder to provide a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions to clients with anxiety and depression. The post-holder will attend all taught and self-study days required by The University as specified within the National Low Intensity curriculum and work in the service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills.

The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

This is a training role within the NHS talking therapies programme and the trainee will take an active role in the service.

About us

NHUC is a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society, working in partnership with the NHS. NHUC provides services through two divisions, Same Day Care (SDC) and TalkPlus.

SDC provides services through the Integrated Urgent Care (IUC) contract which covers the in Hours Clinical Assessment Service (CAS) and Out of Hours (OOH) provision for North Hampshire, North East Hampshire and Farnham & Surrey Heath places which are part of the Hampshire and the Isle of Wight ICB and Surrey & Sussex ICB respectively. We also provide an Urgent Treatment Centre at the front door of Frimley Park Hospital whilst also holding some smaller contacts supporting Community Hospitals OOH and Flu response. Finally, SDC has a virtual care arm supporting patients at home.

TalkPlus provide NHS Talking Therapies, supporting people with common mental health problems in Northeast Hampshire and Farnham place. TalkPlus offers a range of treatments to people who are experiencing symptoms of stress, anxiety, low mood, depression, panic, phobias or OCD. TalkPlus has care pathways to provide timely treatment for perinatal and military veteran referrals.

NHUC is a Disability Confident registered organisation and are proud to support the Armed Forces community as a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant.

NHUC is not currently a licensed sponsorship employer. As such, we are only able to progress candidates who can demonstrate an existing right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,392 a year

Contract

Training

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0077-26-0021

Job locations

The Meads Business Centre

19 Kingsmead

Farnborough

GU14 7SR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
• Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.
• Undertakes patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of safety to self and others.
• Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols, refers patients where Talkplus is not the most suitable service on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or steps-up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy.
• Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This will include 1-1 guided self-help via face to face, telephone, video or instant messaging as well as computerised CBT (Silvercloud). To also co-facilitate Step 2 courses with qualified PWPs.
• Adhere to an agreed number of clinical sessions per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
• Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
• Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.

• Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.
• Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
• To liaise and refer to other mental health agencies as and when required.
• Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process, working alongside employment advisors (Waythrough) within the service.
• To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.

TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

• Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments.
• Apply learning from the training programme (from university and service training) in clinical practice
• Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meet the required standards.
• Prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.
• Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice.
• Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice.
• To partake in live supervision (shadowing) with qualified practitioners and to reflect on personal as well as others practice aiding development and meet university competencies.

PROFESSIONAL

• Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies. Keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
• Adhere to Talkplus Confidentiality policy at all times
• Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.
• Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives.
• Keep up to date all records in relation to Continuous Professional Development and maintain up to date knowledge of service developments.
• Attend relevant conferences/workshops in line with identified professional objectives.
• To work towards PWP registration it is a mandatory part of employment for Qualified PWPs to register with either the British Psychological Society (BPS) or the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychologists (BABCP) for PWP registration. The cost of this registration is met by the individual staff member and will be required as part of maintaining their contract of employment.

GENERAL

• To contribute to the development of best practice within the service.
• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services.
• All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public.
• All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.
• All employees have a responsibility to prevent abuse and neglect and report concerns.
• It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
• This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development.
• To work from a Talkplus Premises at least 2 days a week

Job description Job responsibilities CLINICAL Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery. Undertakes patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of safety to self and others. Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols, refers patients where Talkplus is not the most suitable service on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or steps-up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy. Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This will include 1-1 guided self-help via face to face, telephone, video or instant messaging as well as computerised CBT (Silvercloud). To also co-facilitate Step 2 courses with qualified PWPs. Adhere to an agreed number of clinical sessions per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate. Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making. Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach. To liaise and refer to other mental health agencies as and when required. Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process, working alongside employment advisors (Waythrough) within the service. To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.TRAINING AND SUPERVISION Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments. Apply learning from the training programme (from university and service training) in clinical practice Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meet the required standards. Prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered. Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice. Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice. To partake in live supervision (shadowing) with qualified practitioners and to reflect on personal as well as others practice aiding development and meet university competencies.PROFESSIONAL Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies. Keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence). Adhere to Talkplus Confidentiality policy at all times Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development. Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives. Keep up to date all records in relation to Continuous Professional Development and maintain up to date knowledge of service developments. Attend relevant conferences/workshops in line with identified professional objectives. To work towards PWP registration it is a mandatory part of employment for Qualified PWPs to register with either the British Psychological Society (BPS) or the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychologists (BABCP) for PWP registration. The cost of this registration is met by the individual staff member and will be required as part of maintaining their contract of employment.GENERAL To contribute to the development of best practice within the service. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services. All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public. All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies. All employees have a responsibility to prevent abuse and neglect and report concerns. It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties. This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development. To work from a Talkplus Premises at least 2 days a week

Person Specification

Knowledge, Communications, Interpersonal and Personal Skills

Essential

• Proficient in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, databases) and role-specific systems or platforms.
• Flexible in approach to the needs of the service and responsive to change
• Understands and supports principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, organising and prioritising own workload to changing and often tight deadlines
• Works effectively as part of a team, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism.
• Ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. Shows initiative, reliability, and adaptability.
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Demonstrates high standards in written communication
• Able to write clear reports and letters.
• Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
• Demonstrates an understanding of role of the PWP, NHS talking therapies and stepped care model
• High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Able to attend a one day per week at training course
• Able to complete academic components of the course
• Able to integrate training into practice
• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
• Ability to work under pressure
• Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality
• Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision
• The ability to travel to locations throughout the catchment area
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required

Desirable

• Experience of using computerised patient management systems
• Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out safety assessments within scope of practice
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health
• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
• Fluent in languages other than English and to use this within practice

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting preferably with those with mental health problems for at least 2 years
• Ability to manage own caseload and time

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care Services
• Worked in a service with agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes

Qualifications

Essential

• UK 2.2 Honours degree (post graduate route)
• or
• Level 5 qualification (e.g. foundation degree) (graduate route)
• A qualification under this may be considered depending on the outcome of an entry essay set by the university

Desirable

• Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or a psychological therapy.
• Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
• Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree

Person Specification Knowledge, Communications, Interpersonal and Personal Skills Essential Proficient in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, databases) and role-specific systems or platforms. Flexible in approach to the needs of the service and responsive to change Understands and supports principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Self-motivated, able to work independently, organising and prioritising own workload to changing and often tight deadlines Works effectively as part of a team, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared goals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism. Ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. Shows initiative, reliability, and adaptability. Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients Demonstrates high standards in written communication Able to write clear reports and letters. Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care Demonstrates an understanding of role of the PWP, NHS talking therapies and stepped care model High level of enthusiasm and motivation. Able to attend a one day per week at training course Able to complete academic components of the course Able to integrate training into practice Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively Ability to work under pressure Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision The ability to travel to locations throughout the catchment area Ability to work evenings and weekends as required Desirable Experience of using computerised patient management systems Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out safety assessments within scope of practice Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post Fluent in languages other than English and to use this within practice Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare setting preferably with those with mental health problems for at least 2 years Ability to manage own caseload and time Desirable Experience of working in Primary Care Services Worked in a service with agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes Qualifications Essential UK 2.2 Honours degree (post graduate route) or Level 5 qualification (e.g. foundation degree) (graduate route) A qualification under this may be considered depending on the outcome of an entry essay set by the university Desirable Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or a psychological therapy. Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree. Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

North Hampshire Urgent Care

Address

The Meads Business Centre

19 Kingsmead

Farnborough

GU14 7SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhuc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North Hampshire Urgent Care

Address

The Meads Business Centre

19 Kingsmead

Farnborough

GU14 7SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhuc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

About the Role

This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as required. Also providing management of the countywide counselling service within Recovery Steps Cumbria and operational support to trainee counsellors on placement at the service.

Main duties of the job

What Youll Do

• Coordinate, manage, and lead an accessible counselling service with clear pathways and risk governance.
• Hold clinical governance and safeguarding accountability for the counselling element of the service.
• Create and maintain clear pathway for the counselling service from referral point to exit.
• Provide robust assessments of clients mental health needs and suitability for psychological intervention, allocate correctly with counsellors, volunteer/Student counsellors as appropriate to their capacity and skills.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and reflective practice spaces for counsellors, volunteer and trainee counsellors ensuring high quality of care.
• Implement systems responsive to differing levels of risk, complexity, and need; escalate safeguarding promptly.

About us

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

Job summary

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs.

This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

Main duties of the job

Key Duties

• Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
• Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
• Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
• Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
• Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
• Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
• Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.

About us

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Ealing Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team. The team works closely with inpatient and community services to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis outside of hospital, offering care in people's homes and within the Crisis Recovery House run by our VCSE partners at Waythrough.

This newly developed post will work alongside an established Psychologist already embedded in the team. Ealing has recently launched a borough-wide commitment to becoming a trauma-informed service, supporting staff to deliver stabilising and psychologically informed interventions.

The post-holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, providing a psychological perspective on care, supporting risk management, and delivering assessment, formulation and brief interventions to service users and families. They will also help develop psychologically informed approaches across the MDT and contribute to reflective practice, team formulation and post-incident support.

The service is working towards accreditation with the Quality Network for Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams, and the post-holder will support meeting and maintaining psychological standards.

Regular supervision will be provided by a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist experienced in acute and crisis mental health, and the post-holder will be fully integrated into Ealing psychology services.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work collaboratively and proactively with the multi-disciplinary team in:

Providing psychological therapies to service users and their families offering assessment, formulation, risk assessment and brief evidence-based interventions when indicated.

Offer indirect work ensuring that all members of the multidisciplinary team have access to a psychological framework for understanding the service user's needs. This will be provided by giving psychological advice, consultation, contributing in clinical meetings and team formulation.

Developing the MDT's knowledge and skills to deliver a range of psychological interventions to service users care through teaching, training and (where appropriate) supervision.

Work as an integrated clinical member of a multi-disciplinary team, which will include responsibility for ensuring the systematic provision and governance around the delivery of psychological interventions.

Utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development as appropriate.

Participate as a senior clinician and be an integral part of the leadership team involved in the development and delivery of a high quality service.

Function as an autonomous practitioner and be responsible for their own work; working within their professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.

About us

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

Job summary

Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?

We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Likewise, Sheffield and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.

Main duties of the job

Key Requirements:

• Independent Prescriber qualification

• RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)

• Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)

About us

We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.

We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.

Job summary

37.5 hours per week (fixed term for two years)

We are pleased to advertise 2 brand new practitioner posts in Barnsley working in the Integrated Recovery Team. The successful candidates will work in a multi agency team and will be integrated into our local substance misuse provider Waythrough. The team will attempt to work with clients in an assertive way who are difficult to engage and have co-occurring substance misuse and mental health issues. The posts are initially on a fixed term 2 year contract but this may be extended.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will need to have excellent engagement skills and be prepared to be challenged by often complex clients who historically have been resistant to engaging with treatment. The candidates will need to have exceptional communication skills as liaison with statutory and voluntary agencies will be a key element to the post. An ability to undertake an assessment of needs and risks and complete a thorough care plan is essential.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.